Workplace Charging Scheme 2026: The Complete Business Guide

The Workplace Charging Scheme 2026 is the UK government's primary grant for commercial EV charger installation — providing businesses with up to £500 per socket. This complete guide covers eligibility, application steps, and how to find an OZEV-approved installer who can manage the entire process on your behalf.

The Workplace Charging Scheme provides UK businesses with a grant of up to 75% off EV charge point installation — up to £500 per socket, maximum 40 sockets per applicant from April 2026.

Who is eligible?

Any UK business, registered charity or public sector organisation. Your installer manages the application and deducts the grant from your invoice on the day of installation.

Grant amounts from April 2026

Up to £500 per socket covering up to 40 sockets per applicant. Multiple sites can each claim independently.

What is the Workplace Charging Scheme?

The Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) is a UK government grant programme that reduces the upfront cost of commercial EV charger installation for eligible organisations. Administered by OZEV, the scheme provides businesses, charities and public sector bodies with up to 75% off the cost of purchasing and installing EV charge points. From April 2026, the maximum grant value increased to £500 per socket. The grant applies to both tethered and untethered charge points and covers workplace, fleet depot and staff car park installations.

Who is Eligible for the WCS Grant in 2026?

Any UK-registered business, registered charity or public sector organisation is eligible for the WCS grant, provided they: have dedicated off-street parking at the installation site, use an OZEV-approved installer to carry out the installation, are not a sole trader using the charger primarily for private use, and apply before the scheme's current funding window closes. The scheme covers multiple sites — each site can apply independently for up to 40 sockets.

How Much Can You Claim? WCS Grant Amounts from April 2026

From April 2026, the WCS grant covers up to 75% of the combined cost of purchasing and installing EV charge points, up to a maximum of £500 per socket. There is no minimum grant amount. For a workplace installing 10 x 7kW smart chargers, the maximum WCS saving would be £5,000 deducted directly from your installation invoice.

Step-by-Step WCS Grant Application Process

1. Find an OZEV-approved EV charger installation company in our directory. 2. Request a free site survey — ask the installer to confirm WCS eligibility for your site. 3. Your installer submits the WCS application to OZEV on your behalf before installation begins. 4. OZEV issues a voucher code to your installer. 5. Installation is carried out. 6. The grant (up to £500/socket) is deducted directly from your invoice. 7. You receive a certificate of installation and compliance documentation.

WCS Grant Eligibility Checklist

Before applying, confirm your site meets these requirements: dedicated off-street parking available ✓ — UK-registered business, charity or public sector body ✓ — using an OZEV-approved installer ✓ — not previously claimed WCS for this site ✓ — charger to be installed is on the OZEV approved products list ✓. Your chosen installer will confirm all eligibility criteria during the free site survey.

Finding an OZEV-Approved Installer for Your WCS Application

Only OZEV-approved installation companies can apply for the Workplace Charging Scheme on your behalf. All 1,136 companies in our directory hold current OZEV approval and are experienced in managing WCS applications. Browse our directory by location to find verified OZEV-approved EV charger installation companies near you. Most offer free site surveys and can confirm your eligibility before any commitment.

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